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Halloween Ghost Brownies

This dessert features fudgy brownie squares topped with marshmallow ghosts, creating a playful and spooky treat. The brownies are baked until dense and chewy, while the marshmallow ghosts are assembled and cooled to achieve a soft, gooey, and slightly firm texture that resembles friendly spirits.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 box brownie mix preferably a fudgy variety
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil for mixing into the brownie batter
  • 3 large eggs to create the brownie batter
  • 1 bag mini marshmallows for creating the marshmallow ghosts
  • 1/4 cup white chocolate chips for decorating the ghosts' eyes and mouths

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • 9x13 inch baking pan

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, and vegetable oil. Use a whisk or spatula to mix until the batter is smooth and glossy, with no streaks remaining.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly with a spatula to create a flat surface. Smooth out the top for uniform baking.
  4. Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are slightly pull away from the pan and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan, which helps the brownies set up and makes them easier to handle.
  5. Once cooled, lift the brownies out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 12 equal squares using a sharp knife.
  6. Place a few mini marshmallows on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 10-15 seconds until they soften and become pliable.
    1 box brownie mix
  7. Take one softened marshmallow and gently flatten it into a ghost shape with your fingers or a spatula, then press it onto the top of a brownie square, smoothing to make sure it sticks.
  8. Repeat the softening and attaching process for each ghost, spacing them evenly on the brownies. Chill the assembled brownies for 30 minutes to allow the marshmallows to firm slightly.
  9. Use melted white chocolate or white chocolate chips melted in the microwave to pipe eyes and mouths onto each marshmallow ghost, giving them fun, spooky expressions.
    1 box brownie mix
  10. Allow the decorated brownies to set at room temperature for about 15 minutes before serving, ensuring the chocolate decorations are firm.

Notes

For an extra spooky touch, add candy eyes or use colored icing. To make ghosts look more playful, vary the size of the marshmallows.